Sec. 1. Definitions.
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Sec. 1. Definitions. As used in this Act:
"Veteran service organization" means a post, ship, camp, chapter, or detachment of a congressionally chartered or state chartered organization that
(i)is formed by and for veterans,
(ii)has a paid membership of at least 15 individuals, and
(iii)provides responsible aid, assistance, or services to the veteran community.
"Administrator of military veterans assistance" means the commanders of the various veteran service organizations, the superintendent of a County Veterans Assistance Commission, or other persons whose duty it is, under the existing statutes, to care for, relieve or maintain, wholly or in part, any person who may be entitled to such assistance under the statutes of the State of Illinois. This Act shall not infringe upon the mandated powers and authorities vested in the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs.